Able Quote by Jeanette Winterson
“I think now that being free is not being powerful or rich or well regarded or without obligation but being able to love. To love someone else enough to forget about yourself even for one moment is to be free.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Written on the Body, Jeanette Winterson, 1992
Freedom is defined not by power or wealth but by the capacity to love selflessly, even briefly.
In simple terms: Freedom is loving others selflessly.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate selfless love.
Themes
love
freedom
selflessness
relationships
humanity
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- volunteering
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
existentialism
ethics
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you love others without losing yourself?
- What boundaries protect healthy self‑love?
A Different Perspective
Selfless love can be exhausting and may neglect self-care.
